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Sanitation Worker

Brighton, MI · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

... the Factory, and the Company. Participates in continuous improvement process Maintains safe and ... Food experience is a plus. Qualifications At least 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing ...

Michigan Sugar

Shift Supervisor

Bay City, MI · On-site

$40.87 - $55.29/hr

Food-related Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) * Factory-related environmental regulations * SQF ... Ability to deliver results working within collective bargaining agreement. * Demonstrated personal ...

Michigan Sugar Manufacturing

Shift Supervisor

Bay City, MI · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Food-related Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) * Factory-related environmental regulations * SQF ... Ability to deliver results working within collective bargaining agreement. * Demonstrated personal ...

Michigan Sugar Company

Shift Supervisor

Sebewaing, MI · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

General factory safety requirements (Right to Know) * Food-related Good Manufacturing Practices ... Ability to deliver results working within collective bargaining agreement. * Demonstrated personal ...

Michigan Sugar Company

Shift Supervisor

Bay City, MI · On-site

$12.50 - $15.75/hr

General factory safety requirements (Right to Know) * Food-related Good Manufacturing Practices ... Ability to deliver results working within collective bargaining agreement. * Demonstrated personal ...

Michigan Sugar Company

Shift Supervisor

Sebewaing, MI · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

General factory safety requirements (Right to Know) * Food-related Good Manufacturing Practices ... Ability to deliver results working within collective bargaining agreement. * Demonstrated personal ...

Michigan Sugar Company

Shift Supervisor

Bay City, MI · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

General factory safety requirements (Right to Know) * Food-related Good Manufacturing Practices ... Ability to deliver results working within collective bargaining agreement. * Demonstrated personal ...

Nestle

Senior Quality Specialist

Fremont, MI

$76K - $104K/yr

At Nestle USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers ... factories and Application Groups Requirements: Academic Experience: * University graduate * Food ...

Nestlé S.A.

Senior Quality Specialist

Fremont, MI · On-site

$75K - $104K/yr

At Nestlé USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers ... factories and Application Groups Requirements Academic Experience * University graduate * Food ...

Nestle

Maintenance Manager

Fremont, MI · On-site

Maintain a good understanding of factory production, including which lines and processes are ... experience working in a manufacturing environment EXPERIENCE: * Experience in Food or ...

Nestlé S.A.

Maintenance Manager

Fremont, MI · On-site

... experience working in a manufacturing environment EXPERIENCE: * Experience in Food or ... Maintain a good understanding of factory production, including which lines and processes are ...

Roskam Foods

Line Leader (3rd shift)

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Clean and sterilize equipment and factory processing areas * Inventory management software ... Experience with food service/manufacturing a plus Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation ...

Michigan Sugar Company

Industrial Cleaner

Croswell, MI · On-site

$21.31/hr

... Croswell Factory. Job Summary: To be able to work in groups or individually, with minimal ... To ensure compliance with customer requirements, food safety regulations and Federal and State ...

Logoplaste

Machine Operator

Stanwood, MI · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

... Global Food Safety Practices - Perform other job-related duties as assigned - Knowledge of hand tools Background and Experience - Experience in a similar role or experience working in a factory ...

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How much do food factory worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for food factory worker in Michigan is $13.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.55 and $14.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food factory worker?

Food Factory Workers are employees who operate machinery, assemble products, and ensure quality control in food manufacturing plants. They play a crucial role in preparing, processing, packaging, and labeling food items according to safety and hygiene standards. Their responsibilities can range from handling raw ingredients to monitoring automated equipment and maintaining cleanliness in the production area.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a food factory worker?

To thrive as a Food Factory Worker, you need basic knowledge of food safety, hygiene practices, and the ability to follow production procedures, often with at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with industrial food processing equipment, packaging machines, and sometimes HACCP certification is beneficial. Attention to detail, teamwork, and reliability are critical soft skills that help maintain productivity and safety standards. These skills are crucial to ensure consistent product quality, prevent contamination, and support efficient factory operations.

What are common challenges faced by food factory workers and how are they addressed on the job?

Food factory workers often face challenges such as maintaining strict hygiene standards, working on repetitive tasks, and operating within fast-paced production lines. To address these, factories provide thorough training on safety and sanitation protocols, rotate tasks to reduce fatigue and repetitive strain, and encourage teamwork to support efficiency. Workers also have access to protective equipment and regular breaks to help manage the physical demands of the job.

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Food Factory Worker jobs?

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Infographic showing various Food Factory Worker job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,901 per year, or $13.9 per hour.

Sanitation Worker

Brighton, MI • On-site

GKI Foods
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
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$18 - $19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Summary/Objective
The Sanitation Worker is responsible for the sanitary functions of the plant. This includes inside and outside duties. The Sanitation worker will work alongside production and help when needed.
Essential Functions
Promotes and adheres to company safety work rules and regulations
Performs cleaning and sanitation duties in assigned areas
Operates all machinery in the assigned cleaning area
Operates lift trucks and loaders as needed
Performs cleaning and upkeep duties necessary for the proper functioning of a machine, building, etc. as required
Disassembles and assembles simple mechanisms.
Performs simple tests and documents sampling information as needed
Attends and participates in all annual, department, job specific required training
Keeps facility clean and orderly in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Helps to build and promote a strong “Teamwork” environment in each individual work group, the Factory, and the Company.
Participates in continuous improvement process
Maintains safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Follow master sanitation schedule
Clean bathrooms, offices, sinks, and drains throughout the plant; fill supplies as needed
Scrape and mom floors throughout plant
Keep dishwashing area clean and organized, clean white barrels
Bale cardboard and recyclable plastic
Competencies
Food Service
Establishing Work Relationships
Teamwork
Prioritizing
Follow Through
Independent
Dependable
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional manufacturing environment. This role routinely uses standard sanitations tools and works on confectionary surfaces. This position requires most of the work to be performed on the manufacturing floor in an area that requires hearing protection at some times. This role is performed around finished product and requires good sanitation, hygiene, and good manufacturing policies to be followed.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. 90% plant/manufacturing environment with 10% outdoors. Exposure to noise, heat, cold, slippery, and wet conditions. Throughout the day, the employee will need to lift or pull up to 50 lbs. of material, depending on department.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 6 am to 2:30 pm. Times may fluctuate depending on department and during the year to accommodate production, schedules (will include Saturdays, possible Sundays during busy season)
Required Education and Experience
Some experience in a manufacturing environment with a specialty in sanitation. Food experience is a plus.
Qualifications
At least 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing and mechanical role
Be able to read and follow formulas, schedules, and various temperature controls
Basic math, writing, speaking and spelling skills,
Mechanically inclined, organized with clean work habits
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Company Description

We are a private label chocolate manufacturer in Brighton, MI. Our products are made-to-order guaranteeing freshness & premium taste.

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